Australian-Engineered Reverse Osmosis Desalination Systems

CITOR does not typically serve:

• Residential point-of-use systems (small under-sink units)
• Small-scale domestic applications (better served by retail systems)
• Applications requiring continuous engineering modification (better suited to custom projects)

CITOR reverse osmosis systems are engineered for demanding applications across multiple sectors in Australia and internationally.

Marine & Maritime:

• Commercial fishing vessels: Reliable freshwater for extended voyages
• Superyachts and recreational vessels: High-quality drinking water and galley supply
• Commercial shipping: Crew quarters and onboard systems
• Offshore service vessels: Support vessels for oil & gas operations
• Marine research vessels: Potable and process water for extended operations
• Recreational vessels: Reliable freshwater for recreational purposes

Mining & Resources:

• Remote mine sites: Camp water supply for personnel facilities
• Exploration camps: Portable or containerised systems for temporary operations
• Processing operations: Process water for ore processing and dust suppression
• Fly-in fly-out camps: High-capacity systems for large workforce accommodation

Offshore Oil & Gas:

• Offshore platforms: Potable water for personnel
• Production facilities: Process water for operations
• Drilling rigs: Accommodation and operational water supply
• Emergency backup systems: Redundant water supply for safety

Island Resorts & Tourism:

• Remote island resorts: Complete water supply for guest facilities and operations
• Eco-tourism lodges: Off-grid water independence
• Coastal resort complexes: Supplementary or primary water supply
• Marine park facilities: Sustainable water for remote locations

Agriculture & Horticulture:

• Bore water treatment: Converting saline groundwater for irrigation and livestock
• Greenhouse operations: Controlled-quality water for hydroponic systems
• Remote farm properties: Drinking water from brackish bores or dams

Industrial & Manufacturing:

• Process water: Manufacturing processes requiring controlled water quality
• Cooling systems: High-purity water preventing scale and corrosion
• Boiler feed water: Demineralised water for steam generation
• Food and beverage: Process water meeting hygiene standards

Remote Communities & Government:

• Indigenous community water supply: Reliable potable water for remote settlements
• Defence installations: Water security for military facilities
• Border protection: Remote station water supply
• National park facilities: Low-maintenance systems for visitor facilities

Emergency & Relief:

• Disaster response: Portable systems for emergency water supply
• Temporary settlements: Rapid deployment for refugee or disaster relief
• Emergency backup: Municipal water supply redundancy
• Military deployments: Field water purification for operations

Proper system sizing requires analysis of several factors:

1. Daily Water Demand

Typical consumption guidelines:

• Marine vessels: 40–80 litres per person per day
• Mining camps: 100–200 litres per person per day (includes showers, laundry, kitchen)
• Resort facilities: 200–400 litres per person per day (includes pools, landscaping, amenities)
• Industrial applications: Project-specific based on process requirements

2. Operating Schedule

Systems don't need to operate 24 hours daily. Many installations run 8–12 hours per day to meet daily requirements, however all CITOR units are rated for continuous duty.

3. Source Water Quality

Water chemistry affects production rate. High-salinity sources require higher pressure and may have lower recovery rates. Challenging chemistry may require pre-treatment that can foul membranes, damage components, and reduce effective capacity.

4. Storage Capacity

Most installations include product water storage tanks to buffer supply and demand variations. Adequate storage reduces required system oversizing and provides backup during maintenance.

CITOR engineers work with clients to analyse these factors and specify appropriate system capacity.

Reverse osmosis (RO) desalination is a membrane-based water purification process that removes dissolved salts, minerals, and contaminants from seawater, brackish water, or contaminated sources to produce fresh drinking water.

The process works by applying pressure greater than the natural osmotic pressure to force water molecules through semi-permeable membranes. These membranes contain microscopic pores that allow water molecules to pass while rejecting larger dissolved salt ions, minerals, and other contaminants.

The result is high-quality drinking water meeting international standards for total dissolved solids, bacterial content, and other water quality parameters.

Contact Information:

Phone: 0402 157 711
Email: info@citor.com.au

The Process:

1. Initial Contact: Provide water source details, capacity requirements, application context, and timeline
2. Preliminary Assessment: CITOR reviews requirements and recommends path forward
3. Water Analysis (if required): Laboratory testing for unknown water sources
4. System Specification & Quotation: Detailed engineering spec and pricing
5. Order Placement: Purchase order and deposit
6. Manufacturing: System production with progress updates
7. Delivery & Commissioning: Installation support and system startup

CITOR Desalinators was established in 1987, providing over 35 years of continuous operation in reverse osmosis equipment engineering and manufacturing.

Over three decades, CITOR has designed and manufactured thousands of reverse osmosis systems, developed engineering expertise across seawater, brackish water, and specialized applications, and built relationships with clients across Australia, Asia-Pacific, and internationally.

CITOR offers several distinct advantages as an Australian manufacturer:

Direct Manufacturer Relationship

When you purchase from CITOR, you're dealing directly with the engineers who designed your system and the technicians who built it. There are no distributors or middlemen—just direct access to technical expertise and decision-makers. This means faster response times, better understanding of your specific requirements, and genuine accountability throughout the project lifecycle.

Australian Engineering for Australian Conditions

CITOR systems are engineered specifically for Australian environmental conditions: high temperatures, corrosive coastal atmospheres, remote installations with limited infrastructure, and variable power quality. While imported systems are designed for northern hemisphere conditions and generic applications, CITOR equipment is proven in Australia's harshest environments from the Pilbara to offshore platforms.

Perth-Based Manufacturing & Support

Complete manufacturing capability in Perth ensures quality control, enables custom modifications, and provides local technical support.

35+ Years Operational Track Record

Since 1987, thousands of CITOR systems have operated across commercial and recreational marine, mine sites, resorts, hospitality and various remote locations. Many CITOR systems installed in the 1990s remain operational demonstrating genuine long-term durability.

Comprehensive Lifecycle Support

CITOR maintains technical documentation, spare parts inventory, and engineering support for systems decades old. Whilst CITOR has evolved and modernised over the years, the fundamental and proven product has remained much the same. This enables a reliable supply of spare parts for the lifetime of the equipment. We support systems throughout their operational life because our reputation depends on your long-term success.

Family-Owned Stability

As a family-owned Western Australian business, CITOR takes a long-term view of client relationships. The same business structure that built systems 20 years ago remain in place today.